Why we repeat the same relationship patterns with Louize Carroll

About this episode

Dermot Whelan discusses relationship patterns with psychologist Louize Carroll, exploring how early wounds influence adult relationships and conflict.

This week on the podcast I’m joined by Psychologist and relationship whisperer Louize Carroll. Louize works with people and couples who feel stuck - stuck in the same arguments, the same triggers, the same “We are NOT having this fight again”… and yet somehow, here we are. One of the reasons I love having her on is that she explains things so clearly, and she sparks those “Oh my God… I do that” moments. And those are gold. We talk about why we repeat patterns in relationships, how early wounds shape the way we react in adult relationships, and why most conflict isn’t about the dishwasher, it’s about the dance we get pulled into. Louize shares her “wounded, wild and wise” framework and how to strengthen the part of you that can pause instead of pounce. If you're new to the series, why not take the time to go back and catch up on the wonderful interviews that you may have missed! Visit www.dermotwhelan.com for more information and don't forget my latest book Busy and Wrecked is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Dermot Whelan

Guest: Louize Carroll

Topics covered

• relationship patterns
• psychology
• conflict resolution
• personal growth
• communication

Keywords

• relationship patterns
• psychology
• conflict
• communication
• personal growth

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Acast, www.dermotwhelan.com

Products: Busy and Wrecked

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